Student Services

Student Development Office

The Office of Student Development serves the personal needs of our students from prematriculation through graduation. The staff provides information on local housing, child care, employment and a variety of other student-related issues. The office advocates student rights and responsibilities. It supports all student organizations, programs and activities.

Food Services

Food is available from vending machines in the health science center buildings and the Stairway Cafe on the first floor of the library. Students (with I.D.) are eligible for a discount at the adjacent Osteopathic Medical Center of Texas cafeteria and at many neighborhood restaurants.

Health Insurance Program

All students are required to carry medical and hospitalization insurance, and proof of insurance must be provided at each registration.

Each student is responsible for purchasing health insurance. Information and application forms for group insurance plans available to students can be obtained in the Office of Student Affairs. The student is responsible for payment of premiums as well as all health care costs not covered by the insurance policy.

Housing

The health science center does not have on-campus student housing. However, students will find a variety of housing opportunities in the area. Every student is responsible for making his or her own housing arrangements. The Student Development Office provides information on real estate, apartments, apartment locators and temporary housing.

ID Cards

Health science center identification cards are issued during fall registration. These must be worn at all times while the student is on campus, during preceptorships and on clinical rotations.

A replacement for a lost or stolen ID card can be purchased for $5. Please contact Biomedical Communications for procedures and more information. A stolen card should be reported to Campus Police.

The identification card is void upon termination or interruption of enrollment and when not properly encoded.

Fraudulent use of an ID card subjects the user to a fine and possible jail time.

Student Lounge

The Student Lounge is located in Room 110 on the first floor of Medical Education Building 1, directly across from Luibel Hall. The lounge houses recreational games, vending machines and a relaxing atmosphere. The Student Development Office and the Medical Student Government Office are housed in the lounge area.

Recreational Facilities (Founders' Activity Center)

The Founders' Activity Center, located on the north end of campus, is open seven days a week to students, faculty, and staff. The center features aerobics classes, regularly scheduled recreational sports, a multipurpose outdoor court and recreational equipment. Cardiovascular exercise equipment is also available, as well as free weight and weight machines. Exercise and nutrition programs can be tailored to the individual by the center's health promotion manager. Contact the Founders' Activity Center for more information at 735-2209.

Veterans Benefits

The health science center is approved by the Texas Workforce Commission for the training of men and women who have served in the armed forces. Assistance is provided to students who are on active duty or who are veterans. To establish eligibility for assistance, a veteran should contact the Office of the Registrar for the appropriate forms.